The Age of Bede Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What was Wilfrid's destination when he left his home, according to Stephanus? (from Chapter 2, Eddius Stephanus: Life of Wilfred)

King Oswiu's queen, Eanfled, to whom he was recommended by noblemen he served in his father's house.

Archbishop Dalfinus who hoped to adopt him as a son.

The home of King Erconberht of Kent.

The home of Biscop Baducing.

2.

How many monks did the anonymous author report Ceolfrith took with him to complete the new construction that King Egfrith sponsored? (from Chapter 4, The Anonymous History of Abbot Ceolfrith)

12.

222.

122.

22.

3.

Who does Stephanus claim taught Wilfrid the rules of Easter while he was in this city? (from Chapter 2, Eddius Stephanus: Life of Wilfred)

Bishop Colman.

Archbishop Dalfinus.

Bishop Baducing.

Archbishop Dalfinus.

4.

After the guide brought them to a vast hall with couches and water to wash their feet, what does the anonymous writer report that Brendan said? (from Chapter 5, The Voyage of Saint Brendan)

"God has provided for our needs . . ."

"Thank God from whom all good things flow . . ."

"Be on your guard, brethren, lest Satan lead you into temptation . . ."

"Do not let your desire for the physical overcome your need for the Holy . . ."

5.

What miracle does Stephanus report that Wilfrid performed during the construction of the church at Hexham? (from Chapter 2, Eddius Stephanus: Life of Wilfred)

He prayed over a pile of stones used in the construction and the pile was not exhausted until the church was completed.

He healed through prayer a workman who fell from working on the highest part of the walls in the church.

He prayed for God's provision of favorable weather and the project did not lose a day due to foul weather.

He prayed for the health of the workers and all of them kept their health throughout the project.

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